Engineers2B (E2B), is a program designed to provide small groups of students from grades 6-12 with the chance to visit the Virginia Commonwealth University College of Engineering, to experience engineering and computer science. E2B also offers visits to schools to provide activities on site (having a classroom reserved for STEAM is preferred).
Engineers2B is your portal to the world of engineering and computer science: innovation, imagination and pragmatism. Middle and high school students interested in learning more about STEAM and improving their world are invited to our customized, hands-on experiences featuring aspects of engineering and computer science. Groups typically range from 10-20 students. Larger groups are welcome to visit as well but will not be able to do hands-on activities. A typical Engineers2B visit lasts three to four hours and includes engaging activities that help develop the student’s interest in STEAM.
Engineers2B customized experiences can include:
- A visit to your school by VCU Engineering staff and faculty based upon school need(s).
- Introduction to Engineering presentation (What is engineering?, What type of engineer are you?)
- VCU College of Engineering guided tours
- Participate with VCU College of Engineering staff and students in an engineering activity (Lego robotics programming, 3D drawing, simple circuit design, basic programming, and more)
- A presentation pertaining to admissions for the College of Engineering
- Hosted lunch at VCU's dining hall or local restaurant with current College of Engineering staff and students
- Q and A panel session with VCU Engineering students
- Other customizable opportunities depending on group interest(s)
- **Virtual presentations and activities are also available.
Program Partners
- Appomattox Regional Governor's School
- Maggie Walker Governor's School
- Mountain Vista Governor's School
- J R Tucker High School
- Trinity Episcopal School
- St. Catherine's School
- St. Christopher's School
- Hanover High School
- Bridging Communities Regional Technical Center
- Goochland High School
- Lynnhaven Academy
- Al Madina School
- Powhatan High School
- Mechanicsville High School
- Atlee High School
- CodeRVA
- Peninsula Catholic High School
- Chantilly High School
- Landstown High School
- L C Bird High School
- Prince George High School